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Originally Posted by Csmithbass
I’m tearing into my 95 3.0 V6 now for a head gasket... looking at doing water pump/timing belt along with it
Any and all advice appreciates :-) this feels like a big step after replacing the Starter motor last month or two
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Do you have any CEL codes?
Lots to check when you're in there. Did you do a compression check? It would be nice to know the condition of the cylinders and valves. The electrical connectors will be in tough shape and are now brittle from years in the heated engine compartment, take your time removing or you'll be replacing, the good news most are available.
Hopefully you said no to CEL but you still may want to replace the knock sensor cable when your in there.
Get ready its a pain in the but motor to work on (IMO). all kinds of fun, one item is the timing gears. Look carefully at the cm shaft there is a tool flat for a wrench to hold the shaft when loosening the bolt to remove the gear.
When removing the valve covers be careful, there are little bushings for each bolt. Don't lose them.
Remember to chase all threads especially the aluminum heads. You'll most likely need lots of helicoils to fix the prior owners stuff. Use Toyota gaskets
Have fun